CT superintendent

Job overview

We are looking to recruit a Band 7 CT Superintendent  Radiographer to join our friendly team here at the Great Western Hospital.

The Great Western Hospital are currently looking to recruit a Band 7 CT superintendent to lead the CT service in the  Radiology department to support the recovery and current demand within diagnostics. The Radiology department hosts digital plain film rooms, multiple CT scanners , Interventional and Mobile equipment.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an established radiographer with NHS experience looking to increase their knowledge and work with state-of-the-art equipment which currently includes a 5% recruitment and retention premium.

Main duties of the job

1.    To conduct a wide range of CT scans upon a range of patient types, both as an autonomous practitioner and as part of a multi professional team, in a manner that meets professional, departmental and legal standards and requirements.

2.    To independently assess and justify referrals under IR(ME)R 2017 following practitioner guidelines where appropriate.

3.    To independently assess each patient and adapt radiographic techniques according to the needs of the patient.

4.    Able to interpret Clinician’s requirements, to determine the appropriate radiographic scan technique and ensure that it is performed in accordance with best practice and that the resultant images are diagnostic.

5.    To use discretion to work outside of departmental standards when clinical circumstances necessitate i.e. undertaking additional or specialist techniques.

6.    To undertake CT scans in the absence of a radiologist according to agreed protocols.

7.    To be able to use the departmental radiology information computer system (CRIS) as required and be conversant with the picture archive communication system (PACS).

8.    To undertake Quality Control procedures within CT  including Quality Assurance testing for image quality and equipment safety, and to help with clinical audits.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

9.    To undertake IV injections with no supervision.

10.    To undertake and participate in clinical audit and research and to act on the findings where possible and provide statistical information on the work load when necessary.

11.    Able to undertake more complex radiological examinations in CT with little or no direction. This may involve offering a verbal interpretation of images and provide consultative advice to other practitioners and clinicians.

12.    Involvement in the appointment scheduling and monitoring of waiting lists to ensure the efficient use of resources.

13.    Will utilise supporting evidence to help develop practise and protocols within specified areas to ensure continuous development of the service.

14.    Take part in the provision and development of the out of hours CT Service.

15.    The post holder will be required to efficiently control the workflow patterns within the department/ section dealing with conflicting demands from various sources and prioritising according to clinical need.

Full duties can be found on the attached JD.